Eastern Shipbuilding Group Marks Nearly 20 Years of Partnership with OneBlood

PANAMA CITY, FL– Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. (ESG) is proud to recognize nearly two decades of partnership with OneBlood, supporting lifesaving blood donation efforts across the Florida Panhandle since 2008.

For almost 20 years, ESG has hosted blood drives at multiple locations, encouraging employees to donate and helping ensure a stable blood supply for patients in need. Through these ongoing efforts, ESG employees have helped provide critical support for individuals undergoing surgeries, trauma care, chronic illness treatment, and emergency medical situations.

According to OneBlood records, ESG blood drives at its multiple facilities have resulted in 6,175 total blood donations. These contributions have impacted an estimated 18,525 lives in the community over the years.

“Eastern Shipbuilding Group is proud of our employees for consistently stepping up to support our community through OneBlood,” said Joey D’Isernia, CEO of Eastern Shipbuilding Group. “Hosting blood drives is a simple but powerful way we can make a real difference, and we are grateful to OneBlood for their partnership over the last two decades.”

OneBlood representatives expressed appreciation for ESG’s long-standing commitment, noting that the company’s continued support has played a meaningful role in meeting regional healthcare needs and building a culture of giving throughout the community.

ESG plans to continue hosting blood drives in partnership with OneBlood as part of its ongoing commitment to community engagement and service across Northwest Florida.

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 Photos available here courtesy of Eastern Shipbuilding Group

About Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. (ESG) is an American owned and operated shipbuilder with three shipyards on the Florida Gulf Coast. They build world class vessels for national defense and commercial clients. ESG is the largest private sector employer in Northwest Florida and is a 2017 recipient of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Small Business of the Year award. With a portfolio of over 350 vessels and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) certified systems, ESG is known as one of the most diverse vessel construction companies in the country. www.easternshipbuilding.com